Which Wood Is Best for Garden Furniture?

Choosing timber for garden furniture is mainly a question of density, oil content and how much upkeep you are willing to take on. This guide compares the realistic options for British gardens: teak as the long term benchmark, acacia as the practical middle ground, eucalyptus and iroko as capable alternatives, and pressure treated pine and cedar among the softwoods. It explains how natural durability ratings work, why section thickness and stainless fixings often matter more than the species name, and which timbers should never be used outdoors. There is also a season by season care routine covering cleaning, oiling, tightening fixings and winter storage, plus guidance on matching timber choice to exposed, sheltered and family gardens....